Remuneration: Salary $93,858.96 to $98,111.52 per annum (dependent on experience). Equivalent salary range with packaging approx. $103,630 to $107,882 per annum.As a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) NAAFLS can offer up to $15,899 per annum of the salary, Tax-free as a fringe benefit (conditions apply). Hours of work: Monday to Thursday 8:15am – 4:30pm, Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm Superannuation: 11% Leave Entitlement: 6 weeks per annum plus 17.5% leave loading Reports To: CINOP Project Manager Special Measures: N/A Information for Applicants: Applications for this position must address the selection criteria in a one-page summary sheet outlining how you meet the selection criteria and send this with your current resume/cv to ****** Additional Information: Email ****** for any additional information ABOUT NAAFLSNAAFLS is a non-government Aboriginal Corporation providing legal advice, representation and community legal education to Aboriginal people living in Communities and small towns across the Top End of the NT. We provide advice and representation to victims of Domestic Violence, including Family Law clients and to victims who are the subject of Child Protection Applications or Orders. Other work includes Victims of Crime Compensation Claims and assistance and support with housing applications.In 2023, NAAFLS applied for funding through the Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) to develop the Northern Territory Aboriginal Child Protection Notification and Referral Program (The Program).On 13 September 2023, the PRF granted NAAFLS funding over two years to develop the Program, subject to written in principle support from the Department of Territory Families, Housing and Communities (TFHC) to work with NAAFLS to develop the Program.The Program will enable the relevant service to receive early notification if a child will/has been removed from their family, leading to a reduction in the number of Aboriginal children coming into contact with the child protection system in the NT.NAAFLS is proud to be involved in such an important initiative. "The child protection and criminal justice systems need to do better for Aboriginal children and families in the Northern Territory. We also know the importance of front-end support for keeping families together. Our Program is the way forward for an effective child protection system in the NT." Rachel Hill, NAAFLS Senior Partnership and Advocacy OfficerKEY RESPONSIBILITESWork collaboratively with the Project Team, colleagues, external organisations and government agencies to develop and implement the Child in Need of Protection (CINOP) Notification Scheme.Undertake research and provide support a to ensure the notification scheme is developed in consultation with our communities.Foster positive working relationships and partnerships within relevant communities and stakeholders to ensure broad community support of the developed program and approach.Build a positive culture within the service which is aligned with NAAFLS' values and Strategic Plan.Participate in all staff and team meetings as required.Adhere to privacy and confidentiality policies as outlined in NAAFLS' Policies and Procedures.Promote and maintain safe work practices in accordance with NAAFLS WH&S Policies and Procedures.Undertake other duties as reasonably directed.DUTIESParticipate in the development and implementation of the Child in Need of Protection (CINOP) Notification Scheme.Develop a detailed work plan for the project in conjunction with the Project Manager and Project Cultural Lead.Work collaboratively with colleagues, external organisations and key government agencies as required.Build and maintain positive working relationships and partnerships with relevant communities and stakeholders.Adhere to NAAFLS policies and procedures.Build a positive culture within the service which is aligned with NAAFLS' values and Strategic Plan.Participate in all staff and team meetings as required.Undertake overnight travel to communities as required.Undertake other duties as reasonably directed.SELECTION CRITERIADemonstrated experience and knowledge of the NT Child Protection system, the issues of Aboriginal children in care and the effect on the families and wider community.Proven ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in a service delivery environment.Ability to deliver complete, culturally appropriate and individually developed-services.Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships at all levels.Demonstrated capacity to work flexibly and possess the ability to manage competing demands.Self-motivated and demonstrated ability of working independently with minimal supervision, and as an effective team member, promoting cooperation and commitment to achieve goals.Availability to undertake overnight travel to remote communities as required.Must obtain a Working With Children Clearance (WWCC) and a clear Criminal History Check.Possess a current 'C' Class NT Drivers Licence.Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to applySend your application Job Application First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Summary * Maximum upload size: 1MB Resume * Maximum upload size: 1MB If you are human, leave this field blank. #J-18808-Ljbffr
